It had been believed that Thomas was missing time this spring recovering from surgery on his left Achilles tendon last October. But Ryan referenced Thomas having the same surgery as guard Matt Slauson in his press conference, meaning Thomas had shoulder surgery.

Thomas told The Star-Ledger that he had surgery on a torn right labrum and biceps. He said the injury was discovered during a scope in January after bothering him for three years. Previous tests never showed the injury.

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Slauson participated in team drills for the first time this spring as he recovers from his shoulder surgery. He took half the team reps at right guard in place of Brandon Moore, who was excused to attend his daughter’s graduation.

Slauson said he felt no pain in his shoulder. He also said he was one of the award winners for the offseason lifting program on offense. Slauson said Dustin Keller took first place, followed by Tim Tebow, Vlad Ducasse and himself.